The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based certificate course designed to teach individuals how to offer assistance to someone displaying signs of declining mental well-being or experiencing a mental health crisis. 

During the course, participants will acquire the following abilities:  

• Identifying Signs: Participants will become skilled at recognizing indicators that suggest a person may be going through a decline in their mental well-being or facing mental health issues or crisis. 

• Effective Communication: The course emphasizes the importance of initiating conversations that encourage individuals to share their mental health or concerns, fostering a supportive atmosphere. 

• Awareness of Resources: Participants will gain awareness of professional and other support options available to assist people in their journey toward improved mental well-being. 

• Crisis Assistance: The course empowers individuals to provide immediate help during mental health crises, enabling them to take appropriate actions to provide support 

• Self-Care: We underscore the importance of self-awareness and self-care, encouraging participants to regularly assess their own mental well-being and take necessary steps to maintain their mental health.  

Limestone City Mental Health is pleased to provide a discount to OVMA members. The course fee includes all learning materials. Register below.